So close and yet so smartHead first before the heartAin't no shameAin't no gameWith the flame

Coldwaters rush in MarchNo place for April flowersTake her nameSay she cameWith the flame

I've been told when the stars all alignThat even bitter lips like mineWill call the moon a friend and kiss againSome I'm told let their hearts read the signsWhile other men are hungerin'And can't let it in

Be still my foolish heartPlease don't upset the cartStay the sameAin't no gameWith the flame

I've been told I'll be dancin in timeWalkin' rhythm', talkin' rhymeThe earth will turn and send the sun againAll my gold for a light or a signSome kind of kin to say my friendLet it out - let it in

Strange fire down belowSo 'fraid to let you knowChange my nameStart the gameWith the flame